Paws up who’s suffering from hayfever? 

Bathing your dog regularly in spring helps wash away pollen trapped in their coat, reducing itching, skin irritation, and allergy flare‑ups when pollen counts are at their highest.

An irritation explosion

Spring brings longer walks, brighter days - which are absolutely fab, but the trees and flowers bursting into life around us, and air abuzz with bees only means one thing... a huge surge in airborne pollen that clings to your dog’s fur after every outing.

Research shows that pollen is one of the biggest triggers for spring allergies in dogs (and humans, achooo!), settling deep into the coat and transferring to the skin, where it can cause itching, redness, and discomfort.

Tackling the itch

Regular bathing helps remove these allergens before they build up and cause irritation.

Dogs don’t just inhale pollen the way humans do, they collect it on their coat, especially on feathered legs, undercoats and fluffy tummy fur. Once trapped, pollen can trigger inflammation and allergic reactions leading to symptoms like excessive licking, scratching and sore skin. Keeping the coat clean during high‑pollen months is one of the simplest ways to keep these symptoms under control. A trip to your nearest Pristine Paws unit provides a simple and effective way to shower away all that pesky pollen, and theres an array of soothing spa-like treatments available to help ease any sore skin. 

Homeward bound

Pollen also travels indoors on your dog’s coat, bad news if your pup, or anyone else in the household is an allergy sufferer. If you're unable to give your pup a rinse off after a walk, try to keep on top of changing blankets and bedding regularly, to keep pollen transfer to a minimum within the home environment.